AFB International - Manufacturing Technician I - D Crew Liquid

Ensign-Bickford Aerospace & Defense; Aurora (MO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 49,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Shift differential

Overtime

401(k) match

Medical insurance

Wellness credit

Paid time off

Job summary

AFB International, headquartered in Missouri, is hiring a Manufacturing Technician I - Liquid - D Crew to join our 12-hour shift team. You will focus on safety, operate and monitor equipment, perform adjustments, and log production data for continuous improvement.

Requirements include reliability, strong work ethic, production/manufacturing experience, ability to lift 55 lbs, and a high school diploma or equivalent; you must pass pre-employment screens.

Qualifications

• Reliable with a strong work ethic and excellent attendance.
• Production or manufacturing experience preferred.
• Able to regularly lift 55 lbs and stand for extended periods during a 12hr shift.

Responsibilities

• Set up, operate, and monitor machinery on the D Crew.
• Conduct quality checks and log production data for continuous improvement.
• Collaborate with teams during shift handoffs and equipment repairs.

Skills

Reliability

Strong work ethic

Excellent attendance

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

We make pet food taste great! For over 30 years, AFB International has been providing pet food solutions that enrich the lives of pets and their people. Our palatants are specially designed to make pet foods, treats and supplements taste better, ensuring pets receive the vital nutrients they need. We know wagging tails, licking whiskers and empty bowls equal happy pets and happy pet parents. Join AFB and you'll be a part of a team of highly skilled professionals that provide the greatest contribution to our success as an organization. Our team members are diverse, creative, passionate experts who are genuinely dedicated to our mission, our customers, and the pets we serve worldwide.

Job Description AFB International – Where We Make Pet Food Taste Great!

Joining our team as a Manufacturing Technician I - Liquid - D Crew, you will commit to:

• D Crew Shift Hours: 6 pm-6 am; every other Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday.
• Prioritizing safety while setting up, operating, and monitoring machinery, performing adjustments, and troubleshooting minor issues to maintain smooth operations.
• Conducting rigorous quality control checks to uphold high standards.
• Accurately logging production data, machine performance, and downtime for continuous improvement.
• Packaging dry goods with precision and care.
• Collaborating closely with teams to ensure seamless handoffs during shift change, and equipment repair.

Here’s why you will love working for AFB International:

• Above-market wages (starting wage $20.00 + $2.50 night shift differential).
• Annual incentive/bonus program based on individual and company performance.
• “Pay for performance” annual merit increases.
• Our unique 12-hour shift schedule: alternate weeks of 36 and 48 hours, giving you 3 to 4 days off each week.
• Shift schedule provides 8 hours of built in overtime on every paycheck.
• Plus, additional opportunities to pick up extra overtime.
• 401(k) with company matching—building your financial future together (Dollar for dollar company match up to 4.5% and $.50 match up to 6%).
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance for you and your family’s well-being.
• Annual wellness credit of $600 -$1200 paid directly to employees for completing wellness activities throughout the year.
• Paid time off including vacation, 11 paid company holidays, and 2 floating holidays, plus accrued sick time.
• Company Paid Parental Leave for new parents.
• Birth parents receive 12 weeks paid leave and non-birth parents receive 6 weeks paid leave.
• Company paid short-term and long-term disability.
• Tuition reimbursement program.
• Employee uniforms and safety shoes provided—your safety and comfort are our priority.

Requirements to join our team:

• Reliability with a strong work ethic and excellent attendance.
• Production or manufacturing experience (food processing, manufacturing, warehousing, construction, or farming experience a plus).
• Ability to regularly lift 55 lbs and stand for extended periods during a 12hr shift in a semi-dusty environment.
• High school diploma or equivalent or successful completion of a company administered basic skills assessment.
• Must pass preemployment screens including background and drug screen.

AFB International is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, national origin, or veteran status.

For over 30 years, AFB International has been providing pet food solutions that enrich the lives of pets and their people. Our palatants are specially designed to make pet foods, treats and supplements taste better, ensuring pets receive the vital nutrients they need. We know wagging tails, licking whiskers and empty bowls equal happy pets and happy pet parents.

Headquartered in St. Charles, Missouri, USA, AFB has offices and production facilities strategically positioned around the globe in the United States, Argentina, Brazil, Mexico, the Netherlands, China, and Australia.

Our organization is comprised of a variety of departments including research & development, manufacturing & operations, quality assurance and sales & marketing.

AFB is a wholly owned subsidiary of Ensign-Bickford Industries, Inc., a privately-held, family-owned, professionally managed technical business that traces its roots back more than 175 years.

Above all else, AFB International values its employees, its customers, the animals they serve and the communities in which we do business.

The cornerstone of our enduring legacy is stated in the EBI Core Values.

The biggest changes we have noticed around the office are:

Having dogs here makes us move! Now we have a reason to get up and take a walk outside for some fresh air. It’s amazing how we don’t do this when we are alone but leave it to Fido to make us get up and get in a little exercise.

Having dogs here makes us talk! Who needs an icebreaker when you see fellow colleagues walking their beloved pooch? How can you walk by a wagging tail? The dogs make you stop and say hi. Many relationships have been strengthened by having dogs at work.

Having dogs here makes us happy! In a fast-paced workplace, it’s easy to get lost in the daily grind. It’s amazing how many colleagues swing by the office of someone with a pet just to get some fur therapy. They put a smile on your face and remind you to not sweat the small stuff.

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